By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Love is in the air! February is all about heart-shaped valentines, sweethearts and heart health and so I thought I’d spread a little Canadian Turkey love with a few tips on … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications If eating well is on your list of healthy resolutions for 2018, that’s super! My advice: keep your resolutions simple so you can stick with those healthy habits all year long. … Suite

By Shannon Crocker, MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Simply Put: NO! there is not enough tryptophan in a serving of turkey to make you drowsy. Have you ever felt drowsy after a meal, especially a holiday feast? Don’t blame … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Here at Canadian Turkey, I’ve been tooting the turkey protein horn pretty loudly. And for good reason: turkey is packed with high quality protein that can help you feel energized and satisfied … Suite

Are you getting enough protein to optimize your health? Many Canadians aren’t! Results from the newest Canadian Community Health Survey suggest that many Canadians might not be getting enough protein for best health. The latest survey found that Canadian adults … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Get your lunch containers ready! It’s that time of the year again when packing lunches becomes part of your daily routine. You already know that a healthy lunch can help fuel … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications This is the last in a four-part series on protein; so far, we’ve reviewed what protein is, why we need it and how protein benefits health. We’ve also highlighted how turkey … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications In Protein Primer Part Three, we’re talking about how turkey fits in healthy eating trends and how turkey can power up your healthy plate. What are the top healthy eating trends? Eat … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications In Protein Primer Part 2, we’re talking about some of the health benefits of protein. Why do you need protein? Protein plays an important role in building, maintaining and repairing your body every … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications You may have noticed when you take a read through Canadian Turkey’s Blog that we talk a fair bit about how turkey is the power protein. We thought we’d shed … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications When you think about a whole roasted turkey, what comes to mind? Indulgent family feasts with sides of stuffing and gravy, or healthy weekday meals, such as stir-fries, soups and power … Suite

By Shannon Crocker, M.Sc. RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications The start of a new year is the perfect time to renew your passion for healthy eating. If you’ve resolved to eat better than you ever have, set yourself up for success … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications A whole roasted turkey is the quintessential holiday classic. It’s the showstopper at your family feast that fills your house with an amazing aroma that makes mouths water in anticipation. Whether … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications As the colder weather starts to breeze in, warm, hearty comfort foods start to make their way onto our tables. They are always delicious, but not always nutritious. With a few simple … Suite

Back To School: Healthy Eating Tips That Make a Mark When it comes to eating healthy, back to school routines can be a challenge. As a mom, I know that rushed mornings and after school activities can get in the … Suite

5 Healthy Reasons to Grill a Turkey By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications During the summer months, I fire up the barbeque for many of our meals. Grilling is a tasty way to keep … Suite

By Shannon Crocker MSc RD, Vibrant Nutrition Communications Follow Shannon on Twitter and Instagram @shancrockerRD As a dietitian, mom and avid park visitor, I know that packing a good-for-you picnic that everyone enjoys takes a little creativity. It should include … Suite

HAPPY VICTORIA DAY! Ahhh….the long weekend! Let’s all enjoy this time together, whether we choose to stay at home or enjoy it with friends and family at the cottage. Of course, we can always enjoy a campfire outdoors as this … Suite

Turkey is so versatile. With cuts ranging from ground turkey, thighs, breasts, wings, the menu ideas are endless. Substitute turkey in any of your favourite recipes – soups, burgers, tacos, casseroles. Once you make the switch, there is no going … Suite

BBQ Season is around the corner! Spring is here but Mother Nature seems to have other plans on her mind. That should not stop us from getting in the mood for summer. Get the BBQ going and grill up some … Suite

Make your Easter extra special by including turkey on the menu. A tradition for many families, you can roast your turkey in a variety of ways. If traditionally, roasting a whole turkey is what you desire, be sure to visit … Suite

Spring is here! Yes…it’s Spring. That time to brush off the winter blues and enjoy what’s to come. Let’s start the season off right with some tasty meals….tasty turkey recipes that will be sure to please and put us in … Suite

Top o’ the morning to you! We wish you and yours a happy St. Patrick’s Day. In the great tradition of celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, wear a green shirt and eat some green food today! Here are some suggestions for … Suite

There are a number of signs that we wait for to tell us that spring is looming on the horizon. The earliest being the groundhogs and their very unreliable predictions way back in early February. Probably the next one is … Suite

Well that most interesting of days, Leap Day, is here! An extra day to add to our winter of course warms the hearts of many Canadians. In honour of Leap Day, we are challenging you to take a leap and … Suite

February is all about hearts – chocolate ones, red paper ones and most importantly, our own life-sustaining ones! It’s a good time to be attentive to keeping yourself healthy and happy. As February draws to a close, why not make … Suite

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, you may be planning an intimate dinner at home instead of choosing to venture out for dinner at a restaurant. Show your love by preparing a unique meal meant to please and nourish your partner. … Suite

Well here we go, the Year of the Monkey begins! Xīnnián kuàilè! To celebrate and join in on the celebration, why not incorporate some of these delicious dishes into your menu this week. Traditionally, the Chinese New Year is celebrated … Suite

Broncos or Panthers? Who’s it going to be? Does it really matter if you just want to enjoy a good game with good friends? The most important ingredient for a fun evening is good grub. And by that we mean, … Suite

The statistics on the success of New Year’s resolutions are miserable, so instead of pressuring yourself to achieve near impossible goals, why not just strive for a healthier you? One little step at a time. In fact, you’re probably far … Suite

Whether you celebrate the Winter Solstice today, have already celebrated Hannukah, or are looking forward to Christmas or Kwanzaa, the Turkey Farmers of Canada wish you and your family joy and peace today and throughout 2016! We thank you for … Suite

With the holidays looming large on the horizon, there’s no need to panic. Whether it’s your first time hosting the family, or you’re experienced and looking for a new twist on your menu, we have all the info, tips and … Suite

December is one crazy month! The last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen making dinner when you have so much else to do. Just for this very reason, we have a line-up of “Half Hour … Suite

If you’re like us, any time is a good time to roast a turkey. So why not join our American friends this week and roast a whole turkey? Once roasted, freeze some of the meat to enjoy another week and … Suite

International Children’s Day is around the corner, a day that which was first proclaimed by the United Nations in the 1950s. The intent of observing Children’s Day is to initiate action to benefit and promote the welfare of children around … Suite

If we were to be pessimistic we might say that November doesn’t have many redeeming features. However, on a positive note we like to think of November as the official launch of comfort food season. Let the rejoicing commence! Kids … Suite

The last thing any parent wants is their children drained from sugar overload on Hallowe’en. It’s always best to start their evenings with a healthy, balanced meal in their bellies before they start nibbling their loot. To that end, we … Suite

October 24th has been celebrated as United Nations Day since 1948. This year, we would like to tip our hat to the work that the United Nations does throughout the world, by providing some suggestions for great ethnic cuisine to … Suite

We asked for your help and you came through loud and clear! You took part by tweeting, posting, re-pinning and sharing in our #TurkeyFarmersCare campaign. As a result an additional $2,000 has been added to our initial $50,000 donation to … Suite

We recently asked our friendly food bloggers to create some new stuffing recipes that we could share on our website with Canadians from coast to coast to coast. We couldn’t have imagined the amazing recipes that they would send us! … Suite

Tasty Turkey and French’s mustard have come together to give Canadians a new Thanksgiving flavour to savour! French’s mustard will be displayed right next to grocery stores’ turkey bunkers, for you to enjoy them together for #TrueCanadianFlavour. Take home a … Suite

The time for reflection, family, sharing and caring is rapidly approaching…Thanksgiving is ten days away and now is the time to begin your planning and preparations. To maximize your enjoyment of the lead-up to Thanksgiving day, it’s important to … Suite

There’s nothing quite as beautiful as autumn in Canada. Though you may be pining for the long days of summer, nature’s golden and crimson hues will win you over to the crisp, cool days of fall ahead. The added benefit … Suite

It’s tough to face, but fall is rapidly approaching. Along with it come a regular, and busy, schedule and a rush to get dinner on the table each weeknight. Your children are growing and need good nourishment to keep them … Suite

There’s no way around it, those lunchboxes are going to need filling. And soon. Good nutrition at school is important for kids to maximize their learning and enjoyment of their school days. As a mom, your kids’ health and happiness … Suite

No matter how well you plan your summer, the end of August inevitably comes barreling along ready to bring it to an end. Back-to-school time looms and moms know that getting back to a schedule may be an uphill battle. … Suite

Unfortunately for some provinces, this coming weekend is not a long one, but still it’s likely to be a great weekend for all since Food Day Canada will be celebrated on Saturday, August 1st. What a great excuse to have … Suite

There’s no better way to enjoy the dog days of summer than relaxing and taking the cooking outside. As Canadians, our barbecue season is limited, so we really should enjoy it to the max while we can. Otherwise, we’ll be … Suite

The good thing about Canada Day being mid-week is that we can focus on celebrating the privilege of being Canadian and this amazing country that we live in. From coast to coast to coast, Canadians will gather together to mark … Suite

For kids, it’s that magic time of year when the summer looms large and freedom is won. For parents, it’s the end of having a regular schedule. Don’t lose sight of the sizzling sensations of summer; take full advantage of … Suite

It’s a rare Dad that doesn’t enjoy barbecuing or at least a barbecued meal, so it’s time to roll up the sleeves and make that man happy! Lucky for you, we have lots of barbecue recipes for you to mull … Suite

May is flying by and so we better keep that barbecue going, because summer will soon be in full force. Fingers crossed that we have an outstanding barbecue season this year! We have more tasty turkey treats to suggest for … Suite

Please curtsy, bow or tip your hat to Queen Victoria for being born in late May and inspiring a vacation day to be enjoyed by all Canadians. What would we do without our quintessential start to summer? While some may … Suite

Warning! Mother’s Day is fast approaching, so it’s time to get a card, gift, flowers and prepare to amaze that most important woman in your life. If you really want to impress her this year, pull out all the stops … Suite

Perhaps if we get the barbeque out, cleaned up, and start barbequing, we could get spring and summer rolling whether Mother Nature is with us or not. So let’s get grilling! Did you know that with many cuts of turkey … Suite

A whole turkey can be a quick and easy addition to your feast. It’s a lovely part of your family tradition, that you can roast in whichever way is best for you. Consider barbequing a breast or roast, barbequing a … Suite

It’s finally here, that day on the calendar that we wait for all winter long. Though some of us may still have snowfalls and chilly mornings, we can cheer ourselves with the knowledge that it has to stop….soon. To celebrate … Suite

In honour of St. Patrick’s Day, we bring you the greenest (in a good way!) of our recipe offerings. Not a bad idea frankly, as these are healthy options that will also bring spring to mind! Enjoy one on its … Suite

This weekend we spring forward into Daylight Savings Time. Though we may not be fans of losing an hour of our weekend, this rite of passage to spring is usually worth it. While some may consider this to have been … Suite

February is healthy heart month, and though it’s almost over the focus on keeping our hearts healthy shouldn’t end with the turn of a calendar page. If you haven’t already, take a look at Dietitians of Canada’s Healthy Eating Guidelines … Suite

This February, most of Canada has abundant snow and arenas to ensure plenty of wintery fun will be had this Family Day weekend. Whether it’s skating, skiing, snowshoeing, hockey, snowboarding or tobogganing, your family will have a blast playing together! … Suite

The hustle and bustle of eating out for Valentine’s is getting old, isn’t it? Paying inflated prices and being rushed out the door to make room for the next couple…well it all takes away from the pure enjoyment of time … Suite

In the lead up to the Superbowl, there is much to do: invitations to send, wagers to make, beverages and snacks to purchase and the all important dusting of the TV screen! Even those of us that don’t care for … Suite

Often with the turn of the calendar, we want a fresh start and self-improvement becomes the topic of the day. A large part of that is often a goal to improve one’s health. We likely don’t have to tell you … Suite

As we near the holiday season, sometimes we can get overwhelmed with all the preparations. There are gifts to buy, decorating to do and meals to plan. The more help we can get, the better. To help you with your … Suite

It’s the time of year when Canadians head indoors, and take to their kitchens to make delicious, comforting foods to get us through the harsh damp and cold of the next six months. We don our coziest clothes, put … Suite

It seems as we head into fall, the season for entertaining family and friends begins as we try to bring fun and laughter to life spent mostly indoors. With Thanksgiving on the horizon, and the holiday season following soon … Suite

If you’ve checked your calendar lately, you’ve realized that Back-to-School is literally around the corner. But you already know that if you’ve heard a minute of radio or watched a moment of TV recently. Knowing how much you have on … Suite

We know you don’t want to hear it, but the end of August brings knapsack shopping, pencil sharpening and a need to locate footwear other than flip flops. Brace yourself: Labour Day comes early this year, so organization will be … Suite

So many Canadians wait out winter with dreams of the sunny summer months. What a relief to finally be able to get outside now and soak up some sun and warmth after a long, cold winter. Part of that enjoyment … Suite

We are so fortunate to work with some amazing food bloggers all across Canada. Last year, we teamed up with Mushrooms Canada to engage ten Canadian food bloggers to create two barbeque recipes each using mushrooms and turkey. Well, as … Suite

We are so excited to bring you our all-new website, tastyturkey.ca. We hope that you’ve found us easily and find the website to be user-friendly and helpful. With each passing season or holiday, we will highlight different content on … Suite